Posts by velvetfox16

So, I actually got a call from Nielsen yesterday for a survey about mobile carriers. They were asking which ads stuck in my mind, and I mentioned Verizon’s new look and T-Mobile. They really dug deep, asking me to explain exactly what I remembered about them. At one point, the woman on the phone told me that 85% of people surveyed agree that Verizon's new branding is currently the best and most eye-catching out there. Honestly, I think that’s the key—they’re clearly trying to stay ahead of the curve, and with this rebranding, they’re definitely hitting the mark. If they could just trim down those prices a little, they'd be unstoppable.

I’m assuming that $12 million covers the complete rebranding process, including swapping out the old logo for the new one. Because if they’re charging $12 million just for a logo design, then that’s… well, I don't even know what to say. I’d guess their target demographic is probably the younger crowd, maybe somewhere between 15 and 40 years old. In my experience, older customers tend to be more resistant to change; if they’ve been loyal to a specific carrier for years, they aren't going to jump ship just because of some new graphic design fluff. But the younger generation? They’re flexible, they want to stay current, and they crave that modern aesthetic. Since all these new branding elements look quite contemporary, I’m confident it’ll pull them in.
Personally, I really dig the new brand identity—though that might just be because I fall right into their target age bracket. At the same time, I can't help but think this branding might feel dated in just a year or two, which would mean that $12 million essentially goes up in smoke. If they manage to recoup the investment and turn a profit, more power to them... but I have my doubts.

Also, when you're replying to Gregory Miller2, try not to send the same message twice (or anything too similar)...

Richard Edwards10 might be onto something there, but honestly, it wouldn't fly here in the States. People aren't going to shell out cash just to see something they can easily find—or probably find something better—on Google. But overseas? That’s a massive industry.
And Paul Cruz8, regarding the content you're planning for the site: are you aiming for a commercial venture, or is this more of a passion project?

You could just drop the website link right here... but honestly, it’s probably not worth your time. Most people aren't going to fall for buying pixels these days unless they're completely out of the loop. That market is pretty much dead.

And this vinyl record burner costs an extra $8,000? Yeah, no thanks...
Besides, you just can't compare a burned copy to the original pressings...

Looks like you can waste money on Vinyl Records now too... an empty record costs about $10...

To weigh in here, vinyl feels pretty exotic to me—beautiful stuff for collectors. CDs are pricey, just like vinyl, but at the end of the day, I usually just default to MP3s because they're a necessary evil...

By the way, since I don't know much about this niche, could someone tell me what "LP" actually stands for? Thanks!

Yeah, I think you’re onto something there... that wouldn't be a bad idea at all.

And who exactly are we talking about?

I’ve been thinking about launching a business entity—like an LLC or a small corporation—that would act as a shared umbrella for freelancers. The idea is to create a structure where everyone can run their own side hustles legally under one roof. For instance, if the overhead for such a setup was roughly $333 per month, why bother paying $333 individually? If we split the costs five ways, everyone just chips in $67! It would be a win-win; everyone keeps their independent online business running while staying fully compliant with the IRS, instead of cutting corners and risking everything like you're doing. Personally, I had to walk away from my own plans because there were certain things I simply couldn't operate legally...

Alright, let's see what you all think about this—how realistic is it?
So, here’s the idea: we’re looking at a group of maybe 5 to 10 people, each with our own unique way of generating revenue through our websites. Trying to tackle the legal side solo feels like an uphill battle. If we could get just 5 of us together, we could split the startup costs and form an LLC. Everyone would chip in their share for overhead and taxes, which honestly sounds way more manageable than flying solo. What do you guys think? Is there actually a path for this to work?

Look, there’s nothing wrong with trying to make a quick buck like that, but you have to consider the massive headache if you actually get caught. It’s better to steer clear of that kind of trouble altogether. I’ve had my own ideas about building a website—actually, several ideas. We aren't talking millions of dollars here, just something of my own that could eventually generate some steady income. The problem was that the initial investment required was much higher than what I could realistically expect to see in return, and since success isn't a guarantee in business, I decided to hold off. But the spark is still there. Once I’m old enough to launch my own venture, who knows? Maybe I’ll finally dive into it.

I’m in complete agreement with goldenmarlin70.

I'm actually planning on setting one up myself, though I’ll probably hunt down a slightly better domain first.😬 😬Hey, could you give me a quick rundown on how the process works? No jokes, I'm serious—I want to know if this is something I could actually pull off...👍 👍

Go ahead and send them over, but only if you can help me out with individual items. I’m looking for one-off pieces, not bulk orders of a thousand units.
Can I work out a deal with the company where they order through me? My idea is to have them ship it directly to their place, then I pick it up from them and pay them a small commission for the trouble.

Wait a second, how do you handle your taxes and everything else? Do you run your own business or what?
I mean, I didn't realize it was actually okay to do that—maybe I should look into setting up something similar myself... though I have a feeling it might not pan out. I saw you sold them for $2,600; how much of that actually stays in your pocket? Is there really enough profit there to make people interested?

jaffar, come on, write a few more pages...

Also, if anyone here imports from China, could you help me out? I'm looking to order a computer, and I was wondering if I could run an order through one of you guys. Does anyone know roughly what the shipping costs and all those extra fees would look like?

Look, this isn't just about "borrowing" an idea. He can actually sue you, and once that happens, no amount of money—not even $500k or a million bucks—is going to fix the mess you're in.